Degree from a Dutch university of applied sciences (HBO)
This page outlines the step-by-step process for completing your application to a Master's programme at Utrecht University. Please read this information thoroughly before starting your application.
Pre-Master's programme
If you obtained your degree at a Dutch University of Applied Sciences (Hogeschool) you might still be able to enter the Master’s programme. You must then first follow a Pre-Master's programme.
To be admitted to the Master of Cultural History and Heritage, you must have a proven record of relevant historical background. This means that you have experience and affinity with the methodology and theorizing relevant within the historical sciences.
In concrete terms, this means that you have successfully completed a module on the theory of historiography (or philosophy of science for the humanities), as well as a course that provides an overview of history (such as Modern History or World History). You must also have experience in conducting research independently at advanced undergraduate level.
Pre-Master's programme
If you do not meet the entry requirements, you might be eligible for a Pre-Master's programme. If you wish to apply for the Pre-Master’s programme, you must follow the regular application procedure for the Master’s programme. The Admissions Committee will then decide whether you will be admitted to a Pre-Master’s programme, and if so, which courses you must take. Only then may you register for the Pre-Master’s programme.
For a general idea of what your Pre-Master's programme may look like, check the Pre-Master's programme page.
| Applications open | 1 October |
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| Application deadline for scholarship candidates | 1 February |
| Application deadline for Non-EU passport holders | 1 April |
| Application deadline for EU passport holders | 1 June |
All deadlines expire at 23:59 [Central European Time] on the specified date. You must complete the application process (including submitting your application documents in OSIRIS Online Application and paying the application fee) by this time.
The following documents must be uploaded before the application deadline:
Diploma or graduation statement
A scan of your transcript (including courses, grades and GPA)
Please make sure the document has a stamp and signature of the institute.Writing sample: Research paper, essay or BA thesis on a subject relevant to the field of study, written in English
Visit Studielink and complete the registration process. You can find all information on how to use Studielink here. After completing your Studielink application, you will receive login details for OSIRIS online application within 2 working days.
Apply via StudielinkAfter submitting your application to Studielink, you will receive an email with login details for OSIRIS Online Application. Here you can upload all required documents and check the status of your application.
After you upload all documents in OSIRIS, the Graduate School will evaluate them. We strive to inform you of our decision within 20 working days.